1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1998 Alpina B 10.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B 10 | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |